Why do some foods make me bloated but others don’t?

Short answer
Different foods digest differently.

What’s usually happening
Some foods create more gas or take longer to break down.

What this is usually not

• a food allergy

• a food you must never eat again

Common reasons

• large portions of vegetables or beans

• mixing many heavy foods at once

What usually helps

• smaller portions

• consistency instead of cutting foods out

When to pay attention
If reactions are extreme or worsening.

If your bloating feels different from this, go back to the main bloating page.